(S08) Breakfast Symposia - Keeping the Track Dry: Causes of Fecal Incontinence in the Critically Ill & Protocols for Irritant Contact Dermatitis Related to Fecal Incontinence & Pressure Injury Prevention

Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: 7:00 AM to 8:15 AM
Room: White River Ballroom F, JW Marriott Indianapolis
Track: Wound, Continence
Session Type: Symposia Session, Live Streaming

Description

Fecal incontinence is common among critically ill patients in the ICU and can quickly contribute to skin breakdown, higher infection risk, and avoidable complications that affect quality of care. In this presentation, we will examine why fecal incontinence and ICU-related diarrhea occur, how to recognize patients at greatest risk, and how to apply practical, protocol-driven care to prevent irritant contact dermatitis and reduce pressure injury risk. Join us for clinical guidance designed to help protect patient skin, preserve dignity, and support safer care at the bedside.

This session is supported by Convatec.
(This activity is not accredited for nursing Contact Hours)

Learning Outcome

  • Relate the incidence of fecal incontinence in critically ill patients​

  • Describe common causes of fecal incontinence in critically ill patients​

  • Identify complications of fecal incontinence in critically ill patients​

  • Discuss methods of caring for critically ill patients with fecal incontinence​

  • Describe the role of FMS in managing fecal incontinence

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